Artist: Allen Tucker
(American, 1866-1939)

Chapters:
00:00 - Two Boats (1908)
02:31 - Surf Breaking, Cranberry Island (1913)
05:01 - Along the coast (1913)
07:31 - Watercolor No. 73, Blue And Lavender (1928)
10:01 - Watercolor No. 6, Blue Coast (1936)
12:31 - Watercolor No. 35, Field With Two Pine Trees (1937)
15:01 - Watercolor No. 63, Road (1930)
17:31 - The Rise
20:01 - Landscape (1909)
22:31 - Madison Square,Snow (1904)
25:01 - Cloudburst at Black Mesa, New Mexico (1925)
27:31 - Winter Landscape (1920)


About Artist:

Allen Tucker (American, 1866–1939) was a prominent landscape painter, often referred to as the "American Van Gogh" due to his expressive use of color and bold, dynamic brushstrokes. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Tucker initially pursued a career as an architect before turning to painting full-time in his late 30s. His deep love for nature and the American landscape became a recurring theme in his works, often capturing coastal scenes and rural environments with a vibrant, impressionistic style.

Tucker’s work Two Boats (1908) is a prime example of his affinity for coastal landscapes. The painting depicts a serene waterfront scene, where two boats float calmly in the water. His use of color and light brings a sense of movement and life to the scene, reflecting the tranquil beauty of the seaside.

Another notable work is Surf Breaking, Cranberry Island (1913), where Tucker portrays the raw power of the ocean waves crashing against the rugged coastline. The bold, swirling brushstrokes and vivid color palette highlight his ability to convey emotion and atmosphere through nature.

Later in his career, Tucker delved into watercolor, creating works like Watercolor No. 73, Blue and Lavender (1928) and Watercolor No. 6, Blue Coast (1936). These pieces demonstrate his continued experimentation with color, using lighter, more fluid forms to evoke the subtleties of light and shadow.

Throughout his life, Allen Tucker remained committed to the exploration of landscape painting, and his works reflect both a personal connection to nature and a desire to push the boundaries of artistic expression. His bold colors, dynamic compositions, and passionate depiction of the American landscape earned him a respected place among early 20th-century American artists.